With the Light: Raising an Autistic Child

Hikari to Tomo ni...
光とともに...

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Born during the sunrise—an auspicious beginning—the Azumas' newborn son is named Hikaru, which means "light." But during one play date, his mother notices that her son is slightly different from the other children. In this alternately heartwarming and bittersweet tale, a young mother tries to cope with both the overwhelming discovery of her child's autism and the trials of raising him while keeping her family together. This is a story that resonates not only for those whose families have been affected by autism, but also for all past, present, and future parents.

(Source: Yen Press)

Notes:
- The chapter count includes the one-shot "Thank You Sensei!, Haru no Manazashi".
- The English publishing of this manga only had 8 volumes, compared to 15 in Japan.

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Genres
Drama Psychological Slice of Life
Audience Demographics
Female Oriented Josei
Locations
School Asia Japan
Work Info
Incomplete Due to Author/Artist Death
Themes
Coming of Age Disability Educational Parenthood Mental Illness Slice of Life Family Life
Time Period > Period Piece
Late Modern & Contemporary 21st century
Activities
Daily Life Childcare
Character Types
Ensemble Cast Female Lead
Relationship
Family Married Couple
Family
Parent-Child Mother and Son Siblings Brother and Sister